Mexican Band Enjambre Brings Romantic Rock Back to Chicago

Luis Humberto Navejas talks family and staying true to their sound.

Published on Feb. 12, 2026

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Just in time for romance season, emblematic Mexican rock band Enjambre returns to the road for the second leg of its 'Daños Luz' tour, including a stop at Chicago's House of Blues in early February. After sold-out shows in Atlanta, Pomona, Phoenix, McAllen and San Diego, the band will debut songs from its upcoming album across eighteen U.S. dates.

Why it matters

With more than twenty years of musical history behind them, Enjambre returns with its unmistakable sense of nostalgia, delivering ballads like 'Vínculo' that fans are already hailing as a classic. The band's deeply personal songwriting and distinctive sound have drawn frequent comparisons to Mexican icon José José, highlighting their ability to connect with audiences on both sides of the border.

The details

Enjambre's upcoming studio album 'Daños Luz' is set to release next month. Lead singer and guitarist Luis Humberto Navejas discusses the band's creative process, noting that their melodies have always tended towards a more dramatic and nostalgic direction, which has become a defining characteristic of Enjambre's sound. Navejas also speaks to the enduring family dynamic within the band, with their dressing rooms often filled with children, wives, parents, and other relatives.

  • Enjambre is currently on the second leg of its 'Daños Luz' tour, which includes a stop at Chicago's House of Blues in early February 2026.
  • The band's upcoming studio album 'Daños Luz' is set to release next month.

The players

Enjambre

An emblematic Mexican rock band with more than twenty years of musical history behind them.

Luis Humberto Navejas

The lead singer and guitarist of Enjambre, who composes most of the band's songs.

José José

A renowned Mexican singer whose music has frequently been compared to Enjambre's sound.

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What they’re saying

“They go and they love to sing the songs at the top of their lungs. I think the difference is that there are a couple of things there; I think that in the United States they like our more rock-and-roll music, in addition to the ballads, while here in Mexico they seem to prefer the ballads.”

— Luis Humberto Navejas, Lead singer and guitarist (Southside Weekly)

“José José has been a constant comparison, a great compliment, frankly. I didn't listen to José José that much until people started telling me there were similarities, but my father, who is a great singer, sings beautifully, and he used to play many songs and ballads, and there was a recurring characteristic in his performances: the emotion.”

— Luis Humberto Navejas, Lead singer and guitarist (Southside Weekly)

“It breaks our hearts to witness the mistreatment of our people. Every human being should be treated with dignity. We hope this ends as soon as possible and everyone and their families stay safe. We send our love, prayers and music to everyone who's going through these difficult times.”

— Enjambre (Southside Weekly)

The takeaway

Enjambre's enduring success over the past two decades is a testament to their ability to stay true to their distinctive sound and family-oriented approach to music-making. As they continue to captivate audiences on both sides of the border, the band's deeply personal songwriting and nostalgic sensibilities have solidified their status as a beloved Mexican rock icon.